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this post was submitted on 03 Feb 2025
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Your own 3D parametric modeler.
FreeCAD is an open-source parametric 3D modeler made primarily to design real-life objects of any size. Parametric modeling allows you to easily modify your design by going back into your model history and changing its parameters.
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I build one myself out of wood and magnets. I don't have any comments on your model, but just be prepared for a lot of sanding of the top plate, otherwise the threads will catch.
By magnets, you mean that there are parts on yours that are held together that way? That's actually very reassuring, I wasn't sure how strong the connections had to be or how much force these things are generally under.
Only magnets, actually. The design is similar to yours; a top plate, four legs and a base.
I drilled four holes in the base and the top, holes in either end of the legs, glued neodymium magnets in all the holes (be sure to get the polarity right :) ). The whole setup is loose and can wobble a bit, but not enough to actually impede usage.
Wow that's amazing! Maybe I should incorporate some holes for magnets into this, just in case the existing fit isn't enough.